1854: The « Comptoir », the first Hédiard store

1854 The « Comptoir »the first Hédiard store

Encouraged by this success, Ferdinand Hédiard took out a patent and decided to open a permanent store. He opened the first Hédiard store in Rue Notre-Dame-de-Lorette, which he called Le Comptoir des Epices et des Colonies : the Spices and Colonies Store.

His unique talent for sourcing products meant he only offered the very best. He also had an innate sense for display, presenting his goods with panache in wooden crates and wicker baskets. Parisian high society was drawn to this colorful, bountiful boutique with its stimulating aromas, all eager to sample Hédiard's latest finds.

(The first Hédiard Boutique in Paris, on Notre Dame de Laurette street)

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Maison Hédiard has been internationally recognized as a luxury fine food specialist since 1854. Hédiard’s gastronomic adventure continues with a search for excellence and refinement, and uses its know-how and expertise to select products of the highest quality and ingredients that are both rare and noble. Embark with Hédiard in Singapore on the new gourmet odyssey that perpetuates more than ever Ferdinand Hédiard's traveller's spirit!